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Yahoo
3 hours ago
- Business
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Texas ‘Trump Burger' joint getting spammed by chicken taco comments online. Why?
A Texas-based burger company that celebrates President Donald Trump is getting spammed online with orders for chicken tacos, a play on a recent phrase about tariff policies. Trump Burger has four locations in southeast Texas, including one in Houston. The burger joints boast Trump-themed menu items, campaign decorations and burger buns stamped with "TRUMP." The first location opened in 2020, founded by Roland Beainy, who moved to the U.S. from Lebanon the year before, according to FOX Business. But recently, the company's Facebook page has been flooded with comments and reviews about chicken tacos. Some of these comments are a response to social media calls to contact the business about chicken tacos after Trump lashed out at a reporter asking about a term a columnist used to describe how some investors are responding to Trump's tariff policy whiplash. Here is the story behind those "chicken taco" comments. Financial Times columnist Robert Armstrong coined "TACO trade" in May, describing how some investors anticipate market rebounds amid Trump's on-again, off-again tariff policies. The acronym stands for "Trump always chickens out." Armstrong describes TACO trade as many investors' strategy to buy into the market that dips when Trump announces steep tariffs on the assumption that he will back off his tariff order, and the market will rebound. In response to questions about the phrase, Trump defended his record on tariffs and called it a "nasty" question. A few social media users have posted the names and numbers of the Trump Burger locations with seemingly sarcastic pleas not to call and order chicken tacos. Trump Burger's Facebook page, which has not posted since early May, has been inundated with comments and reviews talking about chicken tacos. "They ran out of chicken tacos. Was really looking forward to a TACO," one review stated. Similar comments can be found on their Instagram and TikTok posts. Yelp's reviews for two of the locations were turned off June 3, as the restaurant pages show an "Unusual Activity Alert" while Yelp "work(s) to investigate whether the content you see here reflects actual consumer experiences rather than the recent events." At least one review mentioned tacos, though it appears to have been removed for violating the platform's policy. Trump Burger did not respond to multiple forms of outreach from the USA TODAY Network on June 3. Trump Burger has four locations: Kemah, Bellville, Flatonia and Houston. Local media outlets have visited the Trump Burger locations to provide insight into the menu and atmosphere.. "Every Trump Burger location tries to outdo itself in nationalist and personality cult aesthetics," Brittany Britto Garley wrote in Eater Houston, adding there were better burgers to be had in Houston. Bao Ong at the Houston Chronicle wrote, "most dishes are unremarkable and far from making the Chronicle's best burgers guide." Both outlets reported that the restaurant chain has no official connection to the president. The Trump Organization did not immediately respond to a request for comment. Kinsey Crowley is the Trump Connect reporter for the USA TODAY Network. Reach her at kcrowley@ Follow her on X and TikTok @kinseycrowley or Bluesky at @ This article originally appeared on Palm Beach Post: Chicken taco comments flood Trump Burger restaurants on Facebook, Yelp
Chicago Tribune
3 days ago
- Politics
- Chicago Tribune
Huntley ‘Trump Truth' store hosts dueling rallies as owner vows to stay open
Outside of her Huntley brick-and-mortar 'Trump & Truth' memorabilia shop, owner Lisa Fleischmann met with about 100 supporters who gathered on Saturday to support for Fleischmann and her business's right to exist following recent clashes with village officials. Many of the supporters, who included a 12-year-old girl dressed as the president, donned pro-Trump t-shirts and other attire, waving American flags to catch the attention of passersby, some of whom slammed on their horns in solidarity. Tables set up just outside of the strip mall store were stocked with beverages, pizza and snacks to keep the crowd energized for the afternoon. Just a half-mile south of the store on Illinois Route 47, about 200 people gathered to protest the store along the roadside with its fair share of supportive honks from drivers passing the sea of protest signs amid cheers and noisemakers. The support rally came in response to news about the tussle between Fleischmann and the village over accusations that the pro-Trump store violated village sign ordinance and building codes with its inflatable dolls of President Trump and a banner hanging outside of the store. Fleischmann and her supporters believe the scrutiny is due to her support for Trump. Her landlord has also threatened eviction after facing several citations themselves in January, but attorney David Shestokas, of Orland Park, said the eviction threat is due to pressure from the village, adding her defense includes 'possible violations of First Amendment rights.' Trump-themed shop could be closed over code issues, but owner says it's political 'Some of the citations they've given, there are other businesses in the area that have had the same stuff like things in front of the businesses or on the sidewalk and they've not been bothered even slightly,' Shestokas said. We're putting together our defense with evidence on what appears to be unequal treatment.' Shestokas said he is 'extraordinarily optimistic that we'll reach a resolution that's favorable for Lisa.' Fleischmann appeared to be in high spirits Saturday, talking to customers nonstop as they perused and purchased the Trump merchandise that covered nearly every inch of the store near the intersection of Main Street and Illinois Route 47. She said that while weekends were usually busy for her, the energy on Saturday was different. 'Everybody is so great, and people coming from all over to support me means so much,' Fleischmann said. 'It's been so fun.' Mercedes Beard said it's 'very unfair and wrong' for Fleischmann to have to deal with the village 'trying to intimidate her.' At the counter-protest, organizer Vivian Lenski, of Huntley, said her event was in part to organize against Trump and his agenda but also to show that business owners 'can't do whatever they want.' 'It's not against (Fleischmann) or her store specifically, anybody can open a store, though it's kind of an eyesore, but if she's not following the rules, it's not right,' Lenski said. 'She's got to follow the law just like everyone else.' The groups, for the most part, did not appear to interact with one another aside from a brief exchange between a lone anti-Trump protester who stood across the road from Fleischmann's store and one of her supporters who crossed the road the meet him. Tina Zucker, of St. Charles, and her daughter Lee Zucker, of DeKalb, protest and said it was important to them to be at the counterprotest, though neither of them lives in Huntley. 'We've been to similar protests in the past and the goal is always to show up and get seen by people, especially the ones who can make change happen like our senators,' Lee Zucker said. She also brought along her 6-year-old daughter, who alternated between cheering with her mom and grandma and playing in the grass. 'She doesn't understand a lot of what's going on, but she knows that we should be treating people well and be kind, and I think that's enough,' Lee Zucker said. Back at Fleischmann's store, supporters echoed their belief that pressure against the business was political. David and Mercedes Beard drove about 40 minutes from Sycamore to show their support for the store. Their first visit was about a week ago, and they knew they had to return for the rally. 'People are trying to shut her down however they can,' David Beard said. 'It's a political move. For me, I don't care whether you're a Democrat or Republican, you still have the right to be here and run your business.'
Miami Herald
27-05-2025
- Business
- Miami Herald
Ross, Marshalls supplier has surprising approach to ‘made in USA'
There was nothing quite like the chaos of the Marshalls or TJ Maxx dressing room growing up. My mom, aunt, nana, and I would grab armfuls of clothes, cram into one oversized fitting room, and play fashion show on a budget. We'd swap sweaters, dresses, and jeans while weighing whose pile was getting too high. It was a ritual - and we didn't think twice about where those clothes actually came from. We'd also occasionally make a trip to Nordstrom when we wanted something a little nicer - more of a splurge. It felt elevated, but I still didn't stop to wonder where those labels were made. Related: Marshalls, TJ Maxx, and HomeGoods, all adding new stores Like most people, I assumed the clothes on those racks (whether discounted or designer) were all made overseas. So when I recently learned that one of the suppliers behind brands at both off-price retailers and major department stores operates here in the U.S.? I was honestly quite surprised. Turns out, one of your favorite outfits may have been made in the U.S. all along, and now the company behind it is making major waves. Image source: Bloomberg/Getty Images According to the latest press release, Soho Apparel Group, a quiet powerhouse in private-label clothing, just made a very loud move. It's planning to triple its U.S. manufacturing, warehousing, and logistics footprint by 2026. The company supplies major retailers including Nordstrom, Marshalls, Ross, TJ Maxx, Burlington, Tillys, and Dillard's. That expansion - coming from its massive 300,000-square-foot base in the City of Industry, California - isn't just about business. It's a clear alignment with President Donald Trump's push to bring production back to American soil. Related: Nike reverses course as weak sales raise alarm "California was once a powerhouse of American manufacturing," said founder James Chen in the official press release. "With President Trump's leadership, we see a clear path to restoring that legacy." Soho's expansion is expected to bring a wave of American jobs and reduce reliance on foreign supply chains, two key pillars of Trump's "America First" industrial plan. And just to drive the message home, the company is releasing limited-edition Trump-themed merch like patriotic socks and fanny packs, with proceeds supporting the Trump Presidential Library. It's not every day that the company behind racks at Ross or Nordstrom makes political headlines. But in this case, Soho's move could mark a new chapter in American apparel, and shoppers may start seeing more "Made in the USA" tags at stores that typically lean toward affordability over origin. Soho's bet? Ride the political wave - and meet rising demand for U.S.-made goods. A 2025 survey by DuraPlas found that 70% of Americans said buying U.S.-made products was at least somewhat important to them. Over half reported that this preference has grown in recent years. Still, political branding can be divisive, and while many shoppers support U.S.-made goods, Soho risks turning off other customers in the process. Whether shoppers embrace the Trump branding or just enjoy seeing more U.S.-based products on shelves, Soho Apparel is making the message loud and clear: it's all in on the made-in-America comeback. Related: Sephora unveils new brand partnership Gen Z will love The Arena Media Brands, LLC THESTREET is a registered trademark of TheStreet, Inc.
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
‘Uh-Huh': Karoline Leavitt Stuns Critics On Social Media With Trump ‘Hatred' Claim
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt faced accusations of hypocrisy on Thursday after declaring that 'hatred has no place in the United States of America under President Donald Trump.' Leavitt's assertion ― during a press briefing in which she addressed the fatal shooting of two Israeli Embassy workers in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday ― prompted critics to point out Trump's yearslong history of incendiary rhetoric. In the last week alone, Trump has used his Truth Social platform to whip up anger against federal judges, attack rock star Bruce Springsteen (including with a spoof video in which the president appears to strike the musician with a golf ball) and slam Beyonce, U2 frontman Bono and TV legend Oprah Winfrey. Trump has also flipped out at a reporter. Many critics, therefore, suggested Leavitt pass her comment on to the president. Others recalled Trump's online post in which he literally expressed his hatred for another pop star when he declared, 'I hate Taylor Swift.' Also in the briefing, Leavitt was pressed on whether the guest list to a dinner that Trump was hosting for people who bought his Trump-themed crypto coins would be made public. 'The president is attending it in his personal time,' Leavitt said. 'It is not a White House dinner, it's not taking place here at the White House. But certainly I can raise that question and try to get you an answer for it.' Critics questioned the notion of 'personal time' for a sitting president, and more: 'Beyond Disgraceful': Kristi Noem's Gloat Over Dismissed Migrants Lawsuit Sparks Outrage 'Mark My Words': Kimmel Hilariously Predicts Exactly Why And When Trump Will Dump RFK Jr. AOC Warns GOP Over Trump Bill: 'When This Country Wakes Up … There Will Be Consequences'
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Crypto Traders Who Secured A Dinner With Donald Trump Walked Away With Major Profits, Says Analysis
Benzinga and Yahoo Finance LLC may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below. A new investigation has revealed how a Trump-themed cryptocurrency contest led to dramatic financial outcomes for participants. While some traders walked away with sizeable profits, others may be holding significant losses, all while securing a spot at a private event with President Donald Trump. What Happened: Crypto holders were invited to compete for access to a private dinner with Trump by collecting large amounts of the $TRUMP memecoin in transparent blockchain wallets. Trending: — no wallets, just price speculation and free paper trading to practice different strategies. The competition window caused the token's value to climb sharply, reaching $15.33 from a starting point of $9.26. Once eligibility closed on May 12, many participants began liquidating their positions, despite contest organizers encouraging long-term holding. By the time the event lineup was confirmed, most of the 25 top-tier winners, those promised an in-person dinner and reception with the president, had already exited their positions. Of these, 22 had only begun accumulating the coin after the contest began, and 16 had since moved out all of their holdings. Why It Matters: A Financial Times found that five of these newly participating wallets may have turned a profit. One trader using the alias "Woo" reportedly placed tokens worth $10.8 million into a wallet days before the contest ended and removed them when they could have fetched $13.3 million, resulting in a possible gain of $2.6 million. Another, under the name "NACH," may have earned around $52,000. Not all players benefited, however, an account labeled "GAnt" might have spent roughly $1 million just to qualify, with no indication of a profitable of the top wallets had been active before the competition. One of them, tagged "ogle," is estimated to have gained $4 million, though the trading occurred prior to the contest period. Meanwhile, a wallet named "SUN" took a different path, acquiring around one million tokens before the announcement, including a large purchase when the coin was priced over $60, well above its current market value. That account now appears to be down about $66 million on paper. Despite the losses, the SUN account secured a separate reward—a complimentary watch awarded to the top four holders throughout the contest period. The wallet is believed to be linked to Chinese crypto entrepreneur Justin Sun, based on its nickname and its ties to the exchange HTX, where Sun is listed as an adviser. Sun did not confirm any connection. Beyond the 25 headline winners, another 195 participants earned general admission to the upcoming event. Out of those, 56 have also removed all tokens from the wallets they used in their entry. Read Next: New to crypto? Get up to $400 in rewards for successfully completing short educational courses and making your first qualifying trade on Coinbase. A must-have for all crypto enthusiasts: Sign up for the Gemini Credit Card today and earn rewards on Bitcoin Ether, or 60+ other tokens, with every purchase. Photo courtesy: Shutterstock Send To MSN: Send to MSN This article Crypto Traders Who Secured A Dinner With Donald Trump Walked Away With Major Profits, Says Analysis originally appeared on
